This is a 19th century Chinese brush holder made of Huanghuali. It is a rare piece because of its size. It measures 8 ½ inches in diameter and 8 inches tall. It is in excellent condition.

This well cast Meiji period Japanese bronze vase is 10 ¾ inches tall and 4 inches in diameter at its widest. It depicts a wild goose flying away from the moon. The moon is silver inlaid and the goose is silver overlay on top of the bronze body. The goose eye and feet is gold. There is a maker¡¯s seal on the bottom, it reads ¡°Kyoto, made by Kuroda¡±. There are a few scratches on the body and lighter color around the moon due to cleaning.

This rare and unusual carved bamboo brush holder is dated to the Qing dynasty, Guang Xu 7th year (1881). The bamboo cylinder is carved to represent strung bamboo slips. This was the earlier form of books in China before the invention of paper. The artist (writer) Jie Shan wrote and carved the poem during early spring, 1881 in Tong-Shi Hall...

This realistically cast Meiji period bronze vase is 13 1/4 inches tall and 5 inches in diameter at its widest point. It depicts an eagle resting on an old tree. There is a stamped maker¡¯s mark on the bottom which reads ¡°Hidemitsu¡±. The owner purchased this piece from Sotheby¡¯s in the early seventy¡¯s. It is in excellent condition.

This late 19th century Chinese bamboo brush holder (Bitong) is 12 inches tall and 5 inches at its widest part. It was carved in high relief and lacquered. The top part of the cylinder presents the story of the seven immortals of the bamboo grove. Four immortals are looking at a scroll picture; two are playing ¡°Go¡± and one is watching them play. The bottom half of the cylinder depicts five elders gathering in a garden surrounded by pine trees...

This is a rare late Ming dynasty (1368~1615) carved bamboo statue. It depicts a bearded warrior on a horse. The rider¡¯s head is raised up, eyes wide open; his left arm is gently holding the bridle. The tired horse has turned its head toward its master. It is a superb carving and in great condition despite its age. H: 12 inches, L: 7 inches, W: 6 inches

Chinese silver tankard dated during China Trade Period (1795~1840). Its tapering cylindrical body depicts a hunting scene with an ear-shaped dragon handle. There is stamped maker¡¯s mark ¡°W¡± on the bottom. It is 4 inches high and 4 inches wide (including handle). It is in excellent condition.

19th century Chinese jade banana leaf, 6 ¾ inches long and 2 ½ inches at widest spot on a carved/fitted wood stand. There is a loose ring on the stalk. It is carved so thin it is almost translucent. There is a small chip on the stand. Excellent condition.

Middle 19th century Chinese white jade Pi. The piece is 2 ¼ inches in diameter and 5/16 inches thick. A pinhead (Gu) design is on one side; the other side has a five scroll design. The carved wood stand has six round vase shaped corners. There is a tiny chip on the rim of the jade and a small piece is missing on the curve of the stand. It is in good condition.

Middle 19th century Chinese white jade rectangular lock on a carved wood stand with incised decoration on both sides. One side has four Chinese characters which read ¡°prosperity for entire family¡±; the other side is a peony design in the center with a garden scene around it. The jade is 3 ½ inches wide, 2 ¾ inches high (5 inches tall with stand) and ¼ inches thick. There is a chip on the corner of the stand. It is in excellent condition.

A rare dated and inscribed bronze figure of Buddha from North China. Finely cast seated in dhyanasana on an ovoid plinth banded with a double lotus petals base. His head displaying downcast eyes beneath a hairline of tight curls. His hands in dhyana and bhumisparsa mudra. The robs are tied over one shoulder...

A gourd is grown inside a carved wooden form to create a patterned body. The lid is wood with carved horn. The cricket cage is dated to late 19th century. It is 6 1/4" long and 2 3/4" wide. It is in good condition.

This late 19th century Chinese moss green jade pi is 8 inches in diameter and half inch thick. One side is carved with a landscape scene depicting two horses drinking water in a river. The other side is plain. The jade pi fits in a custom made wood stand. It is in excellent condition.

Realistically cast as a walking elephant, its head and trunk raised high. Its teeth are made of ivory. Meiji period. It is in great condition. H: 8 ½ inches, L: 10 inches, W: 4 ½ inches

Meiji period Japanese flat bronze vase decorated with two koi. Signed Nishikawa. It is in excellent condition. H: 8 inches, Diam: 14 inches

Chinese Qing Dynasty sang de boeuf (ox blood) bowl. Qian Long (1736~1795) mark on the bottom. It is 4 ½ inches tall and 7 inches in diameter. Excellent condition.

Chinese Dao Guang period (1821~1850) white porcelain bowl with blue ¡°SHOU¡± (longevity) on the outside and a plain turquoise glaze inside. The orange pattern on the rim has rubbed off slightly. It has been used as a brush washer. There is a Dao Guang seal mark on the bottom. It is 6 inches in diameter and 2 ½ inches tall. Good condition.

18th or 19th century Chinese yellow glazed and carved porcelain brush washer. Signed by ¡°Wang Bing Rong¡± who is considered one of the best porcelain carvers of that period. His dates are some what confusing. Some record say he was born in 1736 and died in 1795. Other records have him living from 1862 to 1908. Perhaps the most appropriate approach was taken by Christie¡¯s. In their auction catalog of Fine Chinese Ceramics, New York, 1995, they state, Mr...

This is a late 19th or early 20th century Chinese carved HuangYang root wood scepter (Ru Yi). It measures 17 inches long and 3 ¼ inches at its widest part. It is in very good condition.

This is a 19th century Japanese imitation of a Chinese cloisonne bowl. It has a white background and fish, horse and floral design on both the exterior and interior. There is a square brass seal reading ¡°imitate Ming¡± on the bottom. In this case, ¡°Ming¡± is a general name for Chinese or Mandarin. It is 10 inches in diameter and 4 ¾ inches tall. Good condition.

S. E. Asian blue and white porcelain twin duck water dropper of the Ming period (1368~1615). There are two small chips; one is on the tip of tail and the other is on the wing. It is 4 inches wide and 4 inches tall.

S. E. Asian celadon fluted water dropper of the Sung period (960~1270). It is 3 inches wide and 2 ¼ inches tall. National Museum of Philippines label is on the bottom. It is in good condition aside from repair on handle.

Chinese Ming Dynasty (1368~1615) Ying Qing pouring vessel with dragon design handle. There is minor repair to the tip of the spout. It is 3 1/2 inches wide and 4 1/4 inches tall.

Very well cast 18-19th century bronze Tara from north India or Nepal. It is 10 ½ inches tall and in very good condition.

American Indian Hopi precursor yellow Jeddito cup, good condition. W: 4 inches, H: 3 1/2 inches

19th century Chinese fan shape ivory carving with stand. One side depicts the popular legendary story of Madame White Snake; the other side presents a short outline of the story. There are a few small crack lines due to age and a small chip on the leg of the custom made stand. It is in good condition. H: 5 inches (7¾ inches with stand), W: 12 inches, D:1 inch

Ming Dynasty (1368~1615) 3-color glazed pavilion. A bright yellow roof is supported by four columns. Around each column a dragon curls from the base to the roof. Compared to the most Ming burial pieces such as figures, furniture, horses, etc., this is an unusually rare piece. It is in excellent condition. H: 12 ¼ inches, W: 7 inches(base) 4 inches(pavilion) 7 inches(roof)

Mid 18th century bronze sitting Guan Yin statue from Nepal. It is 8 ½ inches tall, 5 inches wide and 4 inches deep. A few holes have appeared in the thinner parts of the casting and two fingers are missing. It is in fair condition.

19th century Chinese porcelain snuff bottle molded like a string of grapes. The cap is made of turquoise; the original spoon is gone. There are no chips or crack lines. The leaves show different tones of green. It is a neat piece and in good condition. H: 3 ¾ inches, W: 2 inches

19th century Chinese yellow cast porcelain snuff bottle with Qian Long mark. The mark is fictitious which is quite common. One side depicts a bird on a tree; another side is a landscape. The yellow stone cap and spoon are later replacements. There are no chips or crack lines but some stains due to the age. It is in good condition. H: 2 ¾ inches, W: 1 7/8 inches

Chinese porcelain planter hand painted by Huang Ming Guang in 1919. This four sided planter has calligraphy on two sides; a bird in flowers and a landscape are on other two sides. Some color has rubbed off and there are small chips on the rim. It is in fairly good condition. H: 4 ¼ inches, W: 4 inches

Hand painted porcelain serving dish, maker¡¯s mark (Chen Tai Xiang made) on the back. Dated 1922 depicting two ladies appreciating flowers in the garden. Some color, especially gold, has slightly rubbed off. It is in good condition. L: 10 ¼ inches, W: 8 inches, H: 2 ¼ inches

American Indian Pindale jar, some chips on the rim and color rubbed off slightly. Ca.1300~1400, W: 5 inches, H: 4 1/2 inches

East Jin Dynasty (317~385) spotted olive green over beige glaze lamp base with three curved legs. It is in excellent condition. H: 9 ¼ inches, W: 6 ½ inches

Qing Dynasty famille verte plates. The hand-painted plates depict the story of ¡°The lady of the red whisk¡±. On the back of each plate there is a ¡°Tong Zhi¡± (1862~1874) seal mark. They are in excellent condition. Diam: 7 inches

Late 19th century blue and white porcelain bird feeders. Hand painted with three horses resting under a willow tree. They are an unusual hexagonal shape and in perfect condition. H: 1 ¼ inches, W: 2 ½ inches

Western Jin (ca.300 A.D.) style Chinese bronze incense burner. Probably a later production. A boy is riding on a legendary animal (a turtle body with dragon or Qilin head). His right arm is raised up holding a traditional incense burner (Bo Shan Lu). It is in excellent condition. H: 10 inches, W: 5 inches, D: 3 ¼ inches

19th century Chinese 3 tier fitted mahogany box, heavily carved with patterns and coin motif. Brass corners on each tier. Two corners are missing. Good condition. H: 9 ½ inches, W: 13 ½ inches, D: 7 inches

17th or 18th century Chinese wood temple guard. His hands and face remain covered in gold leaf. It is in excellent condition. H: 21 ½ inches, W: 8 ½ inches, D: 8 inches

17th or 18th century Chinese wood Guan Yin (Goddess of Mercy) statue. One hand is holding a ¡°Bo¡± (alms bowl). Most of the lacquer has peeled off. Crack lines and small chips due to the age. Good condition. H: 27 ½ inches, W: 7 inches, D: 7 inches

19th century nephrite carving. A reclined sheep holds a peach in her mouth. Her head is turned back to watch her baby. The lamb is leaning on his mother, in his mouth there is a string of Ling-Zhi. Very nice carving in good condition. H: 2 inches, W: 3 ¾ inches, D: 1 ½ inches

Small 18th century nephrite carving. A reclining horse is turning his head toward his back. He is holding a Ling-Zhi symbol in his mouth. This is a very nice old piece. H: 1 ½ inches, W: 2 inches, D: 1 inches

19th century nephrite carving of a bearded Zhong-Kui (ghost eater). His right hand is holding a fan; his left hand is raised up holding his hat. Under his left foot is a demon begging for his life. According to Chinese custom, the ghost eater will protect a family from evil spirits. This is a very nice carving in good condition. H: 5 inches, W: 3 inches, D: 1 ¾ inches

South East Asian blue and white jar of the Ming period(1368-1615). Good condition. H: 4 inches, W: 3 ¼ inches

Early 20th century Japanese ivory carving of a farmer carrying a child. Signed Hoshu. Good condition. H: 6 1/8 inches, W: 1 ¾ inches

Early 20th century Japanese ivory carving of a bearded sage. Signed Hidemasa. Good condition. H: 7 ½ inches, W: 2 inches

20th century Chinese ivory carving of Shou Xin the symbol of longevity. Wood stand. Good condition. H: 8 inches

Early 20th century Chinese dark green jade carved as a banana leaf on a wood stand. Good condition. L: 7 inches, W: 3 ½ inches

Late 18th or early 19th century Chinese gilt bronze Buddha. Seated figure with legs crossed, right arm extended, left arm bent at elbow. Good condition. H: 6 ¾ inches, W: 3 ¾ inches

This late 18th century or early 19th century Chinese porcelain plate is 6 3/4 inches in diameter. It has turquoise background with legendary animals in garden design. There is Jia Qing (1796-1820) mark on the back. It is in great condition.

18-19th century Chinese Famille Verte ewer. Foo lion leans against a teapot. Aside the lid is missing, it is in good condition. H: 7 ¾ inches, W: 5 ¾ inches

Meiji period Japanese cloisonne vases. Silver wire teardrop form. Light beige ground with bird and flower design. Good condition. H: 7 inches

19th century Chinese export fan hand painted with lacquer ribs. It presents a garden and pavilion scene. All the faces were cut from small pieces of ivory. All the lacquer ribs are hand-painted. It is a rare piece in very good condition. L: 12 inches, W: 21 inches (open)

19th century Chinese export hand carved ivory fan. The front and back ribs are carved with a garden scene. The inside ribs are carved with a lace pattern. Beside some minor flaws due to age, it is in a very good condition. L: 10 ¼ inches, W: 18 inches (open)

18th century Chinese ivory-yellow glazed and carved porcelain brush holder. Signed by ¡°Wang Bing Rong¡± (1736 ¨C1795) who is considered one of the best porcelain carvers of that period. A minor chip on the side. H: 5 inches, Diam: 3 inches

Early 19th century Chinese green glazed and carved porcelain teapot. Signed by ¡°Rong Sheng¡±. A very small chip on the side. H: 4 inches, L: 6 ½ inches, Diam: 4 ½ inches

Early 20th century Chinese carved ivory brush holder. Immortals in a scene of mountains, trees and pavilions. Attached carved ivory base. It has a very small chip on the background. H: 4 ½ inches, Diam: 3 ¼ inches

Early 20th century Chinese export tortoise shell cigarette case. The lid is carved with a coiled dragon; two seed pearls as eyes. Good condition. H: 3 ½ inches, W: 2 ¾ inches

Late 19th century coconut bowl carved with four ¡°Shou¡±(long life) characters and some auspicious patterns. Pewter lining. Good condition. H: 2 ½ inches, Diam: 5 ¼ inches

19th century, HuangHuaLi brush holder, plain, good condition. H: 6 inches, Diam: 5 ½ inches